Chilston Park Hotel

Hotels
8.9 (253 reviews)
Sandway , Maidstone , gb

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Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
24-hour front desk
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Excellent food
Cons:
Cleanliness concerns
Noise issues

Categories

Cleanliness
8.25
Some reviews mentioned cleanliness issues such as the need for more attention to detail.
Service
9.45
The majority of reviews praised the staff for being friendly, accommodating, and helpful.
Location
8.75
Mixed reviews on location; some found it tricky to access, but others appreciated the peaceful surroundings.
Room Quality
8.75
Generally positive feedback on rooms, but some noted noise issues from pipes.
Amenities
8.75
Facilities were appreciated for their quality, aligning with expectations for this type of hotel.
Value for Money
9.25
Good value as guests highlighted quality service and amenities for the price.
Food and Beverage
9.25
Food received high praise, indicating it was one of the standout features of the stay.
Overall Experience
8.75
Overall positive experiences noted, with some dissatisfaction over changes in hotel ambiance and decor.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-10 07:09

Property Description

Historic Luxury Accommodation:
Nestled in a grand Grade I listed property once frequented by politicians and Lords, Chilston Park Country House Hotel offers a unique stay immersed in history and luxury. The 22 acres of rural parkland provide a serene backdrop for a relaxing getaway.

Fine Dining Experience:
Indulge in exquisite dining at the 2 AA Rosette restaurant, set in the original dining room of the estate. Enjoy locally sourced quality produce in the evening menu and wake up to a delicious full English breakfast. The ambiance is enhanced by open fires in the drawing room and bar.

Opulent Rooms and Modern Comforts:
Each room at Chilston Park is a blend of opulence and modern comfort, featuring antique furnishings dating back to the 17th century. Relax with amenities such as a satellite TV with a DVD player, luxurious toiletries, and a private bathroom with both a bath and a shower. Some rooms even boast 4-poster beds and original features.

Experience the charm and elegance of Chilston Park Country House Hotel, your perfect retreat just a short distance from Maidstone. Book now for a memorable stay!

Important information:

Please advise at time of booking if any children under 12 years will be sharing the room with the parents.

The property has a limited number of dog-friendly rooms available, which are offered on a first come, first served basis and are subject to extra fees. Please inform us at the time of booking if you will be staying with a dog. We will confirm the availability of a dog friendly room within 24 hrs of the booking being made. If no dog friendly rooms are available, we will refund your booking. A maximum of 2 dogs per room can be accommodated.

Please note that, when booking for more than 6 people, different policies and additional supplements may apply.Please inform of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free public parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Groups

    When booking more than 5 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
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Location

Guest Reviews

8.9
Based on 253 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.25
Service: 9.45
Location: 8.75
Room Quality: 8.75
Amenities: 8.75
Value for Money: 9.25
Food and Beverage: 9.25
Overall Experience: 8.75
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Judith • family_with_children • de
10
2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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AMOS • couple • il
6
מקום יפה
Pros:

את המקום

Cons:

אין מיזוג בחדרים- חום בלתי נסבל
חדר אמבטיה ומקלחת ברמה נמוכה

2026-07-25 • via Nuitee
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Craggs • extended_group • ro
2
Lovely location , well appointed rooms ,ruined by terrible service
Pros:

Good rooms , clean excellent in room facilities

Cons:

The worst service in a hotel in twenty years. Seated for breakfast and asked if would like coffee. Replied yes, waited 30minutes no coffee no one to take order. When leaving told the breakfast supervisor this was an unacceptable wait met with a shoulder shrug. I know there are busy times but have also worked that side and either just the coffee being delivered or a warning there would be a wait would be the standard, a proper apology or even an offer of “ I will see what the problem is” would have made up for the one star service

2026-07-24 • via Nuitee
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Jeremy • couple • gb
9
Great place to stay en route to channel
Pros:

Location and site

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Harry • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Its a beautiful location for our wedding night and the food was superb with fabulous service

Cons:

No modern charging points

2026-07-23 • via Nuitee
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Max • solo_traveller • nl
10
Pros:

The location on a beautiful Hill next to a wonderful and rare old public park and the fantastic hotel staff.

Cons:

Nothing really, everything was very well done. We had the afternoon tea (yummy), enjoyed a light late dinner, and had a lovely Breakfast out on the terrace. The only thing we genuinely wished for is that we would have booked more days here.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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Jasper • family_with_children • nl
9
Uitstekende plek met hoge kwaliteit voor verblijf, eten en drinken.
Pros:

Uitstekende plek. Mooie gebouwen. Zeer verzorgd.

2026-07-19 • via Nuitee
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michelle • solo_traveller • gb
9
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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NEAL • couple • gb
8
2026-07-18 • via Nuitee
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Paul • couple • us
9
2026-07-17 • via Nuitee
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Kay • couple • gb
10
Pros:

A lovely find, beautiful grounds and we were upgraded.

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-16 • via Nuitee
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Marek • couple • sk
10
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Jimmy Fussing • couple • dk
7
2026-07-15 • via Nuitee
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Gianfranco • couple • ch
8
Kann weiterempfohlen werden
Pros:

Sehr schönes, geräumiges und gepflegtes Zimmer. Schöne Lage.

Cons:

Dinner mässig, Personal, mit Ausnahmen, wenig empathisch

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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James • solo_traveller • gb
8
A lovely place but staff need to upgrade!
Pros:

Breakfast ok. Bacon hot but raw. Poached eggs and hash browns good.

Cons:

Wine too cold had to wait while they warmed !!
Lost flavour . Whoever’s in charge has no idea!!

2026-07-14 • via Nuitee
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Sally • couple • gb
7
Pros:

The actual building and location

Cons:

We did not like the entrance to our room, which was via 2 fairly steep steps.
Also the bathroom door was very difficult to open and close and in order to access it you had to go down a very steep step dangerous in the dark at night. The shower also had a slippery floor, the shower taps were difficult to see the instructions for use and more grab rails needed!
We felt all these factors made it not suitable for elderly people, which we are.

2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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Debra toby • couple • us
7
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • de
9
Gepflegtes, wunderschönes Hotel mit großem Teich, leckerem Essen.
2026-07-13 • via Nuitee
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john • couple • gb
10
2026-07-12 • via Nuitee
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Tim • solo_traveller • gb
9
Lovely period property in quiet location with fab dining and friendly staff.
Pros:

Fabulous country hotel - like staying at a National Trust property. Had a lovely walk around the grounds, well appointed and furnished and all the staff were super polite and helpful. Food is fabulous.

Cons:

Really lovely stay but, for me, a mattress topper to make the bed a bit comfier would be welcome. It's a period property so no air con, but there was a fan, and quiet enough to leave the window open.

2026-07-10 • via Nuitee